Gaming Tournament Architect & Community Builder

Nxt Legaci Gaming; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nxt Legaci Gaming in Times Square, New York, seeks a passionate Tournament Organizer to plan, promote, and execute weekly tournaments and events. You’ll foster community growth, manage registrations, and ensure top‑notch player experiences in a fast‑paced retail environment.

You will collaborate with marketing and other organizers, build relations with players and creators, and develop new programming to boost attendance and engagement. Evening/weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous tournament organizing, event management, retail, or customer service experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events, deadlines, and responsibilities independently.
• Comfortable interacting with large groups and resolving competitive disputes.
• Experience using Discord and tournament registration or bracket management software.
• Understanding of organized play procedures, tournament structures, and competitive gaming communities.
• Reliable, punctual, professional, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and major event dates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute weekly TCG and video game tournaments, special events, and community activations.
• Manage player registration, tournament brackets, entry fees, prizing, and official organized play requirements.
• Ensure tournaments start on time, run efficiently, and follow all applicable game rules and company procedures.
• Prepare tournament materials, promotional products, gaming equipment, and event spaces.
• Resolve player questions and disputes professionally while maintaining a welcoming and competitive environment.
• Coordinate with management, sales associates, and independent tournament organizers to ensure smooth operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with players, community leaders, gaming groups, and content creators.
• Actively promote tournaments through Discord, local gaming communities, and in-store customer interactions.
• Develop new tournament concepts, leagues, learn‑to‑play sessions, and community events.
• Identify opportunities to increase attendance, repeat participation, and community engagement.
• Establish relationships with local clubs, universities, esports organizations, and gaming communities.
• Coordinate with our other Tournament Organizers and the Marketing team to promote upcoming tournaments and special events.
• Capture event footage, feature matches, winners, and exciting community moments.
• Assist with Discord announcements, event listings, and promotional content.
• Identify opportunities for creator collaborations and community partnerships.
• Maintain an organized tournament and event calendar at least 30 days in advance.
• Track attendance, event revenue, expenses, player retention, and overall profitability.
• Evaluate tournament performance and recommend improvements or new programming.
• Coordinate with the Inventory Manager to identify product demand and retail opportunities related to events.
• Submit event proposals, budgets, and operational requirements for management approval.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Event planning

Community management

Tools

Discord

Bracket management software

Event registration platforms

Job description

Nxt Legaci Gaming in Times Square, New York, seeks a passionate Tournament Organizer to plan, promote, and execute weekly tournaments and events. You’ll foster community growth, manage registrations, and ensure top‑notch player experiences in a fast‑paced retail environment.

You will collaborate with marketing and other organizers, build relations with players and creators, and develop new programming to boost attendance and engagement. Evening/weekend availability is expected.